The Strada Bianca Open Tubular (clincher) tyre has a proven Paris-Roubaix tread pattern & lower wearing compound tread. It features 2 x PPS double puncture protection strip offering low rolling resistance and achieves a new level of control and comfort.

Top Features of the Challenge Strada Bianca Open Tubular Tyre

Features

Puncture protection strip x2(PPS2)

Open tubular construction (handmade)

Highly supple tyre

Top quality, high-TPI casing materials and natural rubbers

Specification

Use: Road & Gravel racing/Touring

Size: 700 x 30c

Weight: 355g

TPI: 260

PSI: 55-115

Casing: Super Poly

Bead: Aramid

Please note

Images show tubular version, open tubular (clincher) will be supplied

Product Data

Tyre Bead:

Folding

Wheel Size:

700c (622)

Terrain:

Mixed

Tyre Type:

Tubular

Road:

Yes

MTB:

Yes

Commuter:

Yes

Touring:

Yes

Cyclocross:

Yes

Open Tubular (Clincher)An open tubular is constructed using the same casing and tread materials and process as a tubular, but instead of sewing the casing together (closed), the sides of the tubular casing are folded around aramid fibre cords to produce beads. This ‘open’ design performs like a tubular, yet conveniently mounts like a standard clincher tyre.

If combined with a Latex inner tube the ride becomes even closer to that of a tubular, offering excellent traction and cornering, low rolling resistance and shock absorption.

About the Challenge brand

In 2003 Challengetech created its own brand “Challenge”. Challenge, as the word says, wants to point out how difficult and exciting it is to keep the tradition of high quality products, created with obstinacy, with the steady research of special materials and through handcrafted processes.
Since the 2000s, Challengetech has being producing tubulars for other brands, thanks to the constant use of these products in the professional cycling.

Delivery Information

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Standard Delivery: Estimated delivery Friday 25/01/2019 - Free

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Challenge Strada Bianca Open Tubular Tyre is rated
3.8 out of
5 by
29.

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Davedawes from
The easy way to fit this tyreI was concerned to see many reviews suggesting this tyre is hard to fit. I have had these tyres on my bike from new, and found them very easy to take off and replace when I have had a couple of punctures. I suspect this is because they are supplied flat packed, so they do not have a "tyre" shape. My tip is to put the tyre onto your rim and fit the tube, which should be quite straightforward, and then inflate to about 40 lbs psf. This wil give the tyre its shape. Leave the wheel for a reasonable time, I left it overnight, and I then found it quite easy to reduce the pressure, and complete the fitting. I have Ben very happy with the performance of these tyres, and have had np hesitation in replacing one which was damaged.

Date published: 2018-12-19

Rated 4 out of
5 by
Badger13 from
Lovely tyres but didn't fitBought these for a gravel bike as I'd mainly be riding on the road with some gravel track thrown in.
The tyres are lightweight and beautifully made - but these were too small for the rims on the Vitus Substance. They fit more like rim tape than a tyre.
I still suggest they are one of the best looking tyres available though.

Date published: 2018-09-12

Rated 3 out of
5 by
Triguy2 from
OK tyre but nothing greatBrought these to actually do the strada bianca in 2018 and although they worked well with no punctures other friends used standard 25mm tyres and were fine. They slipped on wet roads uphill so not an ideal winter tyre either. Save you money and buy and all rounder for Autunm winter riding i suggest.

Date published: 2018-09-04

Rated 3 out of
5 by
Frankuspalankus from
Supple ride but incredibly difficult to fitI wanted to fit wider tyres to my 2015 Cannondale Synapse Disc for use on trails and gravel. These tyres pump up to 31.5mm wide and they fit well in the frame. They pump up perfectly round and they ride well (albeit with 65-70psi instead of the recommended minimum 90psi). So once fitted, they seem great.
Fitting them is a complete nightmare. I tore my thumbs terribly and damaged two inner tubes trying. Eventually, I found a technique : put on as much as you can without killing your hands and then tie off one side with a toe strap so it cannot jump back out. Then use your feet - work the tyre on with the edge of your heel (wear hard shoes !)......this worked OK. Because they are so hard to fit, I cannot recommend them...even if they ride well.
I am now a little nervous if I get a roadside puncture but other reviews say that the tyres "loosen" once on for a while.....fingers crossed - otherwise fingers damaged !!